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Applied Scientist
What 34 fast-growing companies ask for — updated September 2026
Across 102 active Applied Scientist postings, Machine Learning is the most-requested skill — in 98% of listings, ahead of Python and Communication. 34 companies are hiring right now, led by Launch Potato. 99% of Applied Scientist roles now call for AI skills, and 51% are remote.
102active postings
99%ask for AI skills
51%remote
34companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Machine Learning | 98% | |
| Python | 83% | |
| Communication | 67% | |
| Collaboration | 64% | |
| LLMs | 63% | |
| Deep Learning | 56% | |
| SQL | 51% | |
| AWS | 51% | |
| Data Science | 48% | |
| Reinforcement Learning | 46% | |
| Algorithms | 44% | |
| Curiosity | 44% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| Launch Potato | 36 |
| Pipedrive | 5 |
| Garner Health | 5 |
| The Trade Desk | 4 |
| Datadog | 4 |
| Opendoor | 4 |